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    Under Eye Circles

    I've heard that only Canadian Preparation H is good for the under eye area. Anyway, I've had amazing results from the Chanel eye cream. I used to wake up with puffy eyes, put the cream on and arrive at work with no puffiness. There is less darkness now too. It also costs less than...
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    Sewing Lessons & FAQ

    Anabolina, Try tracing the playsuit onto paper. It is kinda hard with gathers, but I've done it sucessfully before with pants and skirts. You just trace the outline of the pieces, and add seam allowance. Vanessa Anne, I have seen some vogue patterns from the teens on Ebay, if you...
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    six degrees

    This is so true... My grandfather lived in General Pershing's neighborhood as a kid (my mom said he used to bounce my grandfather on his knee), so I'm probably 3 degrees away for everyone from Sir Winston Churchill to Pancho Villa. Maybe four for Axis leaders like Hitler or Mussolini. My...
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    The lack of Pedestrian culture in America

    You guys knock me out with your tales of long walks. I do believe you but... It somehow vaguely reminds me of my dad saying that he used to walk 5 miles each way to school in the snow. Barefoot no doubt, and uphill both ways! Though he did wear shorts or plus fours until high school-when he...
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    The lack of Pedestrian culture in America

    Huh, Amtrack and Greyhound both runs buses from Ft. Collins to Denver. They cost $17-18 each way, but they'll get you there (their schedule may be a problem though). It is slightly more expensive than gas for a large SUV, but you don't have to drive. However, this thread is about...
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    Foods I can't find in my present location and regional specialties.

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    Foods I can't find in my present location and regional specialties.

    Dr. Brown's Diet Cream Soda isn't really available in Los Angeles either--unless I want to drive to Pink's. You can get it in any deli in NYC (and I am not even a NY native). There are also no croissants out here. I haven't had a decent one since I went to Paris. They are all so stale they...
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    The Single & Ridiculously Good-Lookin' Room

    My addition to the swimsuit contest: If that isn't single and ridiculously good looking, I don't know what is.
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    Vintage for the un-petite

    Hi, I am also 6' tall and wear a size 10.5 to 11 in US shoes. So I too am "not petite". The remix shoes were perfect in the 11, and I've been lucky enough to buy some vintage shoes (mostly wedges). Also, with summer dresses, espadrilles are perfectly appropriate, and many women wear...
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    Getting a californian driverslicence?

    Hm, I had to go on the DMV website to see about renewal for my car. It appears that non-resident legal aliens may be able to get a licence in CA too. To get a licence you have to have a social security card or a document such as a green card. But also listed is: So, I assume that all...
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    Getting a californian driverslicence?

    If you can't get a licence in California, how about another state? I found this for Utah, which isn't that far. http://driverlicense.utah.gov/new.html Driving Privilege Card – Legal Presence (Applicant not qualified for social security number) Passport with I-19 form or other valid...
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    Women in WWII waiting on their Soldiers

    The war played havoc with everyone, but not everyone snapped like Ruth. Although the shortage of men made sure that not every woman could marry after WWII, many did. Hence the baby boom. It can go both ways though, I know a guy who came back from Vietnam (not WWII I know) and couldn't find...
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    scentology

    There is some debate in the scientific community regarding the effect of scents on memory and emotions. The idea is that since the olfactory nerves in the brain are closely associated with the limbic system and the hippocampus, that scent is associated with emotions. What this means to us is...
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    Mineral Make-UP

    I have an Aromaleigh blush, and a kit from Monave. They are pretty good. You put a little bit of blush powder in the sifter, and it really isn't that different than applying powder blush. I wish I had gotten a less sparkly blush from Aromaleigh though, since it is a bit too sparkly for...
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    Sheer Dresses and Blouses

    Brooksie, I don't know about a red slip, but I have seen contrasting linings on chiffon or lace party dresses. I've seen white, nude, blue, sometimes red. They look pretty nice. Lauren mentioned patterned slips, so maybe she knows more than I do about that. As for your red slip, how does...
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    Roaring Twenties Manners Test

    Yeah, I did a lot better on the Victorian test, almost a perfect score. Not sure why. I should have warned you guys, the test is an interactive game, and so it takes a bit of time to complete. Still no perfect scores? I thought you guys were experts. lol
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    Planting from Seeds

    Well, roses are easier to grow from cuttings than seed anyway, although I have seen it offered. Right now I have Sweet Peas along the fence that are doing nicely. I always try to grow herbs from seed too but the snails always get them! Anyone know any plants that snails don't like? Basil...
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    Roaring Twenties Manners Test

    See if you have what it takes to survive the Roaring Twenties! I found this interactive quiz on the Internet it is from the McCord Museum of Canadian History. I expected it to be really easy and for kids, but it was harder than I thought! http://www.mccord-museum.qc.ca/en/keys/games/18...
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    Swing Dancing

    There is the Capezio Store on Broadway. However, the only thing that they have right now that I really like is their Theatrical Shoes, specifically the Femme Oxford. Maybe they have more stuff in the store though, you can check it out at least, although I think they are a bit expensive...
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    What classfies a typical 20s, 30's,40s, and 50s face?

    I think that the face of each era is largely dependent on who the popular actresses were at the time. If you are trying to figure out your best decade ask yourself this: who do you think you look like? Also, how do you want to wear your hair? Short bob, medium and curly, fancy rolls, long...

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